WS1”, 1.5” & 2” Series Watersoftener
Installation Operation Maintenance Manual
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be covered by additional bylaws, and the water storage tank needed must
comply with these.
4.2 ELECTRICAL
A continuous supply of 240v, 5 VA is required. The softener itself is 12 volt
but a plug in 240v/12v transformer is supplied and should be connected
to an uninterrupted mains supply, which is separately 1 Amp fused, and
does not have any additional switch.
5.0 ASSEMBLY/INSTALLATION
5.1 MECHANICAL
Check all the items against the parts list and shipping documents, and
ensure you have them all before starting work. In addition to the
softener you will require installation materials and basic tools, (i.e.,
spanners, screwdrivers etc., and PTFE tape)
5.1.1 Pipework
Pipework should be assembled incorporating the features shown in the
Installation Diagram, Section 14.1. It is essential that inlet and outlet
isolating valves and a by-pass valve are provided, and that the water main
is protected by a double check valve where appropriate (see Local Water
Bye-laws).
Pipework can be constructed from any normally acceptable material
(Copper, Galvanised, Plastic), provided it is properly supported and
aligned. Ensure that the pipe is sufficiently large to accommodate the flow
of water required, making due allowance for the pressure drop between
the softener and the point of discharge of soft water.
NOTE: IF BRAZED OR SOLDERED FITTINGS ARE TO BE USED, THE
PIPE WORK MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE VALVE DURING
HEATING AND COOLING. EXCESS HEAT CAN CAUSE PERMANENT
DAMAGE TO SOME OF THE VALVE COMPONENTS.
5.1.2 Assembly
If possible place the pressure vessel on its final location before filling. Check
that the distributor tube, with its yellow top cover, is in place and using a
funnel slowly pour in the resin taking care not to spill any on the floor. Ensure
that the distributor tube remains central in the vessel during filling. After
emptying all the bags, the vessel should be almost 75-80% full. This is to
allow for the rising of the resin bed during backwash. Once the vessel is
filled, immediately sweep up any spilled resin.
